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Enjoy visits Castelo Branco (White Castle) Castelo Novo (New Castle) and affords a rewarding 9 hours Private Tour experience. In a natural amphitheatre in the heart of Gardunha mountain in shades of green and grey, discovery Castelo Banco and Novo (White and New Castle), one of Portugal’s historical villages, enveloped in an aura of mystery. Here you will feel something fascinating that surrounds and balances us. Everything inspires and captivates us, from the sound of water gushing from the springs to the timeless granite that sustains the village and carves its dwellings, the temples, paving, squares …all a matchless architectural heritage. Your Private tour also includes a free and flexible pick-up (8am)/drop-off (6pm) from your located accommodations, traditional lunch and driver/guide.
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* Duration: 8 hours
* Starts: Lisbon, Portugal
* Trip Category: Private & Custom Tours >> Private Sightseeing Tours
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Enjoy visits Castelo Branco (White Castle) Castelo Novo (New Castle) and affords a rewarding 9 hours Private Tour experience. In a natural amphitheatre in the heart of Gardunha mountain in shades of green and grey, discovery Castelo Banco and Novo (White and New Castle), one of Portugal’s historical villages, enveloped in an aura of mystery. Here you will feel something fascinating that surrounds and balances us. Everything inspires and captivates us, from the sound of water gushing from the springs to the timeless granite that sustains the village and carves its dwellings, the temples, paving, squares …all a matchless architectural heritage. Your Private tour also includes a free and flexible pick-up (8am)/drop-off (6pm) from your located accommodations, traditional lunch and driver/guide.
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Stop At: Castelo de Castelo Novo, Serra da Gardunha, Castelo Novo 6230-160 Portugal
Situated in the east slope of Gardunha mountain range, this 650 m high Historical Village stands out for its concentrically harmonious design and the well-preserved urban structure. The streets have been drawn in accordance to the contour lines, revealing former manor houses, side by side of stone houses, small wooden verandas and vestiges of Roman paths. Among the must-see places, you should visit the Town Hall, the jail and the pillory, the drinking fountain Chafariz da Bica, Misericórdia Church and the Castle. Located in a small elevation, on the way out of the village, you will find Cabeço da Forca, a place where convicted people were executed with two symbolical skulls sculpted in the rocky floor.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Castle of Castelo Branco, Rua do Mercado, Castelo Branco 6000-108 Portugal
Discover the most interesting places to visit while in Castelo Branco district, and don’t miss anything on your trip to Portugal.
Castelo Branco is a city and district truly interesting. In the city, the gardens and museums stand out; whereas in the nearby areas you can visit plenty of castles, villages, and hamlets you shouldn’t miss.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Castle of Castelo Branco, Rua do Mercado, Castelo Branco 6000-108 Portugal
Castelo Branco Castle
Discover the Knights Templar Castle of Castelo Branco and admire the panoramic views from the São Gens lookout.
Duration: 1 hour
